Simple Pie Crust Using 4 Easy Ingredients (2024)

ByMissy RakesApril 17, 2020December 19, 2023

See how quick and easy it is to make this Simple Homemade Pie Crust that is flaky, tender and full of flavor using only four simple ingredients!

Simple Homemade Pie Crust

I’ve always been kind of intimidated to make my own pie crust. I’ve heard that if you don’t do it just right then it won’t turn out.

But after finding thissimple recipe that requires only fouringredients and no rolling I figured it was time for me to give it a whirl.

This is the perfect pie crust recipe to try if you’ve never made it before because it’s so simple and really hard to mess up. It always turns out tender, flaky and delicious!

Traditional homemade pie crust is made with butter, but this one uses vegetable oil, making it easier and quicker to put together. It’s a real winner for beginners.

This is a great recipe because you can choose to roll it out like traditional pie crust if you want or you can just press it into your pie pan for a quick and simple pie crust.

If you need a top layer of pie crust for something like an apple or blueberry pie, then you will need to double this recipe.

It really is a good recipe for beginner bakers or even children. I hope you enjoy the recipe and be sure to leave your best homemade pie baking tips in the comment section below. Happy baking friends!

Disclaimer: This recipe has mixed reviews, lots of people, including myself, love it, but some people say that it doesn’t turn out well for them. I say, give it try and see for yourself if it’s a winner or not!

What Four Ingredients do you Need to Make a Flaky Pie Crust?

• flour
• salt
• vegetable oil (or other fat such as butter, lard or shortening)
• water

Can I Freeze Homemade Pie Crust?

Yes, you can make your pie dough, wrap it in plastic wrap and freeze it, or you can press it into shape in a disposable pie plate and freeze it like that, just be sure to wrap your pie crust well with plastic and clearly label it before freezing.

Pro Tips for a Tender, Flaky Homemade Pie Crust:

• If using butter or other solid fat, make sure that it is cold, not room temperature.
• Use the minimum amount of water needed to create your dough. Too much water could lead to too much gluten development, making it less flaky and tender.
• Chill your dough at least 30 minutes before rolling or pressing into shape.
• Make sure you bake your pie crust until golden brown to get the most flakiness from your crust.

How to make a Simple Homemade Pie Crust:

In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt.

Stir in oil and water, mixing until just combined and form dough into a ball.

(Optional) Chill 30 minutes before rolling or pressing into shape.

Place dough into a greased pie pan. (You may also choose to roll your pie crust out with a rolling pin on a floured surface).

Press dough out evenly until it covers entire pie pan including the sides. Make sure you press it thin where the side and bottom meet. Crimp edges if desired.

To Pre-Bake (only if you’re recipe requires it):

Poke with fork and bake at 400 for 10-15 minutes.

Are you looking for some awesome pie recipes? Here are a few of my favorites:

Kentucky Derby Day Pie
Perfect Pecan Pie
Dutch Apple Pie
Butternut Squash Pie

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Note: This recipe was originally published in October 2013, but has been updated for your convenience.